Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Beja > Mértola > Vale de Açor de Cima > Alcaria Ruiva
The Church of Vale de Açor de Cima is located in the small community of the same name, within the Alcaria Ruiva area, in the municipality of Mértola. This place is in a rural area, characteristic of the vast Alentejo landscape. The church is one of the reference points within this peaceful residential cluster.
Within the context of the small village of Vale de Açor de Cima, the church is one of the buildings that mark the local landscape. It represents the presence of faith and tradition in a predominantly rural environment. Its simple construction integrates into the fabric of houses that form the village.
Like many churches in small rural communities, this temple tends to reflect the simplicity of local life and the strong connection to religious traditions. It serves as a meeting point for the inhabitants and is the stage for community celebrations. Its modest architecture and atmosphere invite reflection.
Visiting the Church of Vale de Açor de Cima allows one to experience the typical serenity of an Alentejan village. The surrounding environment is calm, punctuated only by the sounds of nature and rural life. It is a place that invites one to appreciate the peace and slow pace of the countryside, far from the hustle and bustle of urban areas.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.7927115,-7.854265
Coordinates DMS: 37°47'33.8"N 07°51'15.4"W